Maafe

Maafe

A rich and creamy West African peanut butter stew with tender meat and vegetables simmered in a savory sauce.

⏱ 50 minServes 4West African

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup natural peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 large carrots, cut into chunks
  • 2 medium potatoes, cut into chunks
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. 1Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the beef on all sides, about 5 minutes; remove and set aside.
  2. 2In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 2 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in peanut butter until well combined with the onion mixture.
  4. 4Add beef broth, tomatoes with juice, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper; stir well.
  5. 5Return beef to the pot and bring to a simmer; cover and cook for 20 minutes.
  6. 6Add carrots and potatoes, stir well, and continue simmering covered for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender and beef is cooked through.
  7. 7Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, then serve hot over rice.

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